Company Special Mac 'n' Cheese

By carvalhohm

Ingredients

• 1 pound elbow macaroni
• 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons butter, divided
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 cups milk
• 1 pound Gouda, Muenster or Havarti (semi-soft cheese with herbs), shredded
• 1 cup crushed butter-flavored crackers

Details

Servings 6
Cooking time 35mins
Adapted from mrfood.com

Preparation

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Coat 6 ramekins or custard cups with cooking spray and place on a baking sheet.

In a large pot, cook macaroni according to package directions; drain and set aside.

Meanwhile, in another large pot over medium heat, melt 1/2 cup butter. Add flour, salt, and pepper; mix well. Gradually add milk, bring to a boil, and cook until smooth and thickened, stirring constantly. Add cheese and continue stirring until melted. Pour macaroni into pot, mixing until well combined. Spoon into prepared ramekins.

In a medium bowl, melt remaining butter in microwave. Stir in crushed crackers; mix until crumbs are evenly coated. Sprinkle evenly over top of macaroni.

Bake uncovered 20 to 25 minutes, or until heated through.
Notes

Go to town with these by using some of the flavored cheeses that are in the market. We tested this with Rosemary and Garlic Gouda and a Monterey Jack.

Serves: 6